Olasunkanmi Akomolehin is a contemporary artist based in Lagos, Nigeria. His work reflects everyday stories, expressing personal emotions, experiences, and the moments that shape us. Through his art, he captures both the struggles and joys of daily stories, highlighting the beauty found in simple moments, quiet reflections, and life’s unexpected lessons. His creative process is deeply personal, connecting his past, present, and future while emphasizing on how each moment, conversation, and Life’s challenges made a lasting impact.
Inspired by the stories he grew up hearing, Olasunkanmi’s work is rooted in memory, culture, and identity. He often draws from narratives shared by his father, recollections of youth, friendship, and the evolving fashion of past generations. The afros, boot-cut trousers, and styles of his father’s era serve as visual markers of history, which he reinterprets in his art to bridge the past and present. His work preserves these cultural memories, offering a contemporary perspective on identity and shared human experiences.
As he continues to evolve in his practice, Olasunkanmi remains dedicated to telling stories that honour personal and collective history, using painting as a means of exploring identity, connection, and the passage of time.